Rheinmetall AG, a leading German defence and automotive technology company, is headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany. Established in 1889, the company has a long-standing history of innovation and growth, with a significant presence across Europe and beyond. Rheinmetall operates primarily within the motor vehicles, trailers, and semi-trailers industry, specialising in advanced vehicle systems, military technology, and automotive components.
The company’s core offerings include military vehicle systems, defence technology, and specialised automotive parts, distinguished by their high quality and technological sophistication. Rheinmetall’s market position is reinforced by its reputation for delivering reliable, cutting-edge solutions to defence and automotive sectors worldwide. Its extensive expertise and strategic milestones have cemented its status as a key player in the industry.
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Industry Intensity
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Motor Vehicle Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 35% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Rheinmetall's reported carbon emissions
Rheinmetall, headquartered in Germany and operating in the motor vehicles, trailers, and semi-trailers industry, has reported significant carbon emissions across Scopes 1, 2, and 3.
For the reporting year 2025, Rheinmetall's total emissions were approximately 6,048,180,000 kg CO2e. This figure comprises Scope 1 emissions of about 152,924,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions totalling approximately 210,847,000 kg CO2e (market-based). Scope 3 emissions were substantially higher, reaching approximately 6,317,062,000 kg CO2e, with the use of sold products accounting for about 3,738,020,000 kg CO2e and purchased goods and services contributing approximately 2,100,461,000 kg CO2e.
In the previous reporting year, 2024, total emissions were approximately 6,606,701,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions stood at about 147,244,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were approximately 209,698,000 kg CO2e (market-based). Scope 3 emissions for 2024 were approximately 5,838,481,000 kg CO2e, with the use of sold products contributing about 4,437,708,000 kg CO2e and purchased goods and services at approximately 1,879,354,000 kg CO2e.
Rheinmetall has established a significant climate commitment to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2035. This target initially focuses on reducing emissions within the company's operations (Scope 1) and the energy purchased by the company (Scope 2). The company aims to reduce CO2 emissions in Scope 1 and 2 to net zero by 2035.
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Rheinmetall’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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